Volunteerism is a big part of what makes Portland such a special community. Volunteers help Portland thrive - and thanks to our philanthropic nature, over 4,600 nonprofits have set up shop to attend to our community's populations in need. Volunteers are the life blood that keep these programs strong. That's why the Portland Century, a ride that is all about Portland, is proud to donate a portion of the event proceeds to Hands on Greater Portland.

Hands on Greater Portland was founded in 1996 to connect community members with volunteer opportunities. Hands on Greater Portland makes over 19,000 volunteer connections a year - ensuring non-profits have the people power they need to complete projects and giving community members a chance to get to know their community better. In fact, 92% of volunteers said that participating in a Hands on Greater Portland project increased their belief that they have the ability to make a difference in the community.

Find your passion! Get started in your own community. Hands on Greater Portland will connect you with a volunteer opportunity that makes a meaningful, rewarding change in the Portland area. Build a house. Tutor a child. Care for abandoned pets. Build hiking trails. Plant a tree. Help feed the hungry. Help serve the homeless. Lead a volunteer group. Join a nonprofit Board.

Whether you are working, parenting, in school or retired, Hands on Greater Portland offers you a variety of options to get involved while meeting your schedule and interests. Volunteer for a one-time project. Volunteer for a few weeks. Volunteer after work or on the weekends. Volunteer alone, with family, friends or co-workers.

When you volunteer with Hands on Greater Portland, you get a chance to explore issues that shape our community while making a difference. You get to develop your leadership and job skills. Get connected. Get more done. Have fun. It's easy - check out Hands on Greater Portland online calendar of volunteer opportunities, and get involved in Portland!

Hands on Greater Portland is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.